Surgical Veterinary Nurse

SURGICAL DEPARTMENT JOB DESCRIPTION – VET NURSE The Veterinary Surgical Nurse plays a critical role in assisting veterinarians during surgical procedures and ensuring the highest standards of perioperative care. This includes preparing the surgical area, maintaining aseptic techniques, monitoring patients, and supporting recovery. Surgical Assistance: Assisting the surgical specialist and nurses in the care and treatment of inpatients. Prepare the operating room with necessary instruments, equipment, and supplies. Assist veterinarians during surgical procedures by passing instruments, holding tissues, and maintaining a sterile field. Ensure proper functioning of surgical equipment before and during procedures. Patient Care: Conduct pre-operative assessments, including taking vital signs and preparing animals for surgery (e.g., shaving, cleaning surgical sites). Monitor patients during surgery, tracking vital signs and maintaining accurate records. Provide post-operative care, including monitoring recovery and administering medications as prescribed. Monitor and provide in-hospital care to stable post-operative patients in the wards. Patient Admission & Coordination: Assist nurses with triage and assist with new case admissions. Assist with taking radiographs. Restraining patients for examination and treatments. Administrative Duties: Maintain detailed and accurate records of surgical procedures, patient care, and medications administered. Assist in managing surgical inventory, including ordering and stocking supplies. Schedule and coordinate surgical appointments as needed. Attend in-patient rounds and engage in self-learning such as attending continuing development lectures and reading of books and journals. Participate in daily surgical rounds. Requirements: Candidate should at least possess a diploma in veterinary technology/nursing. For a senior position, a degree in veterinary medicine would be preferred. Experience in a GP veterinary clinic/hospital would be advantageous. #J-18808-Ljbffr